Opel News

Opel Corsa is not yet threatened by the fate of the Ford Fiesta: the supermini will get a new generation and it will be electric

Opel has exciting news for fans of the long-running Corsa nameplate. Design boss Mark Adams recently confirmed that Opel is fully committed to the supermini segment and will be extending the lifespan of the beloved Corsa for at least one more generation. This announcement comes as a breath of fresh air, especially when considering the recent discontinuation of rivals like the Ford Fiesta. The next-generation Corsa, set to arrive later in the decade, will be an all-electric small hatchback, signaling Opel's dedication to sustainable mobility.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 6, 2023, 6:42 p.m.
Opel Unveils 2024 Corsa Facelift: the hatchback gets mild-hybrid engines, a new dual-clutch auto, and more electric power

This mid-cycle update brings a range of enhancements to both the internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric vehicle (EV) models, solidifying the Corsa's position as a versatile and stylish supermini.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 24, 2023, 11:27 a.m.
Irmscher Unveils Sporty Upgrade for Opel Astra Sports Tourer

German tuning company Irmscher has taken on the new Opel Astra Sports Tourer, lifting the estate car to a new level of visual appeal.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 5, 2023, 10:16 a.m.
Opel Mokka-e renamed to Mokka Electric, and its range increased by 20%

Opel is rebranding the all-electric Mokka-e to simply Opel Mokka Electric. This compact crossover will also have a larger battery option with more power in the future.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 14, 2022, 4:27 p.m.
Opel Astra Electric can cover 416 kilometers (258 miles) on a full charge

Opel revealed the first images and some specs of the new Astra Electric. The new model will come in hatchback and wagon body styles, similar to the Peugeot e-308 that was unveiled in September.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 1, 2022, 9:32 a.m.
Richard Hammond’s Oliver the Opel from 2007 Top Gear Botswana Special has been restored

Thanks to some recent updates, Oliver now looks just like it did during the show. It even rides on steel wheels, taking you back to its glory days.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 21, 2022, 4:49 p.m.
Opel/Vauxhall Grandland GSe: 296 hp PHEV SUV with 19-inch wheels and sports suspension

Opel and Vauxhall brands brings GSe performance to C-SUV segment. The new flagship trim of the Grandland is not adding extra power over the standard AWD PHEV powertrain, but bringing a sportier chassis setup for greater handling and minor visual tweaks to differentiate it from the rest of the lineup.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 26, 2022, 2:43 p.m.
New Opel Astra GSe and Astra Sports Tourer GSe Revealed

Following the announcement that Opel will revive GSe as a new sub-brand for dynamic, electrified models, the brand with the Blitz today released advance information and images of the first new GSe models – the new Opel Astra GSe and the new Opel Astra Sports Tourer GSe plug-in hybrids.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 28, 2022, 11:21 a.m.
Opel to Reintroduce GSe Sub-Brand for Dynamic Models

Unlike in the past when the label was the abbreviation of “Grand Sport Einspritzung” (Grand Sport Injection) as on the Commodore GS/E and the Monza GSE, it will have a new meaning going forward.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 14, 2022, 1:14 p.m.
Opel Zafira-e Life turned into an electric camper with a range of 322 km

Opel showed a prototype camper based on an electric minivan - Zafira-e Crosscamp Flex.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 25, 2022, 10:58 a.m.
Opel Insignia to be discontinued in 2022

Opel will phase out its flagship Insignia model at its main plant in R?sselsheim ahead of schedule before the end of this year.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 20, 2022, 12:13 p.m.

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